American media reported today, Tuesday, that "residents of Roosevelt Island in New York City confirmed hearing explosion sounds on the island." A local newspaper stated, "At around 5:45 local time, residents felt three tremors that shook their homes." Some reported hearing sounds resembling explosions.
BREAKING – US News: Numerous reports of explosions and building shaking near Roosevelt Island, Manhattan, New York City. Firefighters report power outages, and multiple emergency crews respond to explosions in the Roosevelt Island, Manhattan, and Queens areas.
It was noted that "rescue teams arrived at the scene." There is no information yet about any casualties. The New York Fire Department reported that they received a call early in the morning regarding "building shaking and explosions." The department added, "The incident was under control by 07:08, and the cause of the explosions and tremors has not been determined."